Crystals and Metals

Kyanite Pendulum

Types, Uses, and How to Clean:

It's absolutely important to note that this is a rather personal thing to make. Don't let this list fool you though.Research every possibility out there and take this guide with a grain of salt. If none of these feel right to you, then find one that does. Every witch is different, so there is never a one size fits all in these cases. I hope you find this list helpful and informative. Blessed be, Witches.

Crystals:

There are HUNDREDS of crystals and sites that you can easily use to find these resources, the issue is that many are different or based on personal feeling. With this being said, I'm only going to list the best crystals for pendulums in my personal experience. I, personally, have a very difficult time relating to any crystal aside from amethyst and citrine. 

Amethyst: 

OF COURSE this is at the top. Amethyst is the #1 go to for any and ALL divination purposes. It's a purple quartz, so it often more translucent than other stones. What's important here is really it's color. The more richer the purple, the better it is for a pendulum.

Atacamite:

This stone is wonderful for clearing your mind so you can better focus on the task at hand. It can also help open your third eye.

Purple Flourite:

Again, opens your third eye, but it also helps out with decerning the meaning of messages.

Kyanite:

This crystal is special because it actually "cleans itself" by not holding onto negative energies. It's also perfect for finding truths and justice.

Labradorite:
This is an all purpose stone, especially in workings with divination.

Moonstone:
Another obvious choice. It's namesake should tell you that this wonderfully mystic stone is perfect for finding things and answers while also upping your intuition.

Obsidian:
This is an overall wonderful scrying stone because of its black color. It can show you the answers to the unknown.

Clear Quartz:
This is like the white candle of the crystals. If all else fails, or you just don't have any other stone, use clear quartz.

Turquoise:
This is wonderful when dealing with communication to the other side.

Metals:

These can be used as the chain, the stand, and as the weight, itself.

Iron:

This is best for working outside of the body, but in terms of divination tools, I would say that it helps to connect to the universal truth.

Nickel:

This is perfect for divination because it's often used to find answers and help work through personal breakthroughs.

Platinum:

This works best for foresight, as well as hindsight.

Silver:

This is another special element that doesn't need to be cleaned. It can help to keep the weight you use neutral in its answers as well.

Woods:

Ash:
Promotes communication, intelligence, and wisdom. This is also the wood of the tree, Yggdrasil, that Odin sacrificed himself to gain the knowledge of the Volva. Hands down, the best wood for divination tools.

Beech:

All around divination and magickal research.

Cherry:

This is often used for intuition aid and insights, so this can be helpful, but might not be the best choice.

Maple:

Helps with acquiring knowledge and communications.

Oak:

Assists with concentration and focuses the mind.

Willow:

Assists with the third eye and other divination pursuits. 

Other items to consider:

Seashells! Yes, seashells. They're all natural, which is what you want, they're heavy, some have points, and they're beautiful! These would be perfect for sea witches or those mostly connected to the water element.

Random rocks, yeah... Sometimes they just fall right into your lap. Other times your kids throw them at you or stuff them in your pocket. I've found some really pretty rocks all over the place. Lava rock is great for those who prefer the fire element or live in a hot place.

String: So long as its all natural, use it. Purple is the best color, but others can be white or even black and blue.

Charms, but so long as they're not crazy. If you get the ones that open, you can write your intent in them plus some herbs. Even beads are nice and can be as simple or complex as you like. Make your own with resin casts.

Don't like any of those? Make your own crystal:

How to Clean:

However you like, honestly. Lay it out in the moon light. Use smoke from incense or a smudge. Run it through a flame or even water. This part is really up to you and how you feel is best. I work with candles a lot, so I often choose the candle flame. If you do this, don't hold it in the flame, just pass the crystal through it three or nine times. If it's wood or string, please DO NOT cleanse using a flame. Remember Smokey the Bear!

© 2016, Copyright The Dame and The Devil Business Blog - Writer The Dame
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Pendulums ( with free download boards)

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What Are Pendulums?

A pendulum is usually a specific type of weight hanging from a chain or string. It can be a fancy crystal, piece of metal, or even a rock. It could even be a seashell. It freely swings using gravity and momentum from a pivot point either circling or moving in a (somewhat) straight line. They can be used to answer questions, on spirit boards for more complex situations, or to even find items. The user uses their own energy to communicate with it, so its not often something that can be used by multiple people and should be cleansed before giving it away. 

There are two ways to use a pendulum. You can either hold the chain in your hand and dangle it over the divination mat or map or you can use a stand, also called a fob. Holding it in your hand can cause a bit of user error. The human body has its own movements even if you don't notice them or cause them consciously. By using a stand, this problem will be eliminated making for a more precise  outcome. There are many different types of stands.

History of Use:

The Chinese scientist Zhang Heng used the pendulum in the first century to detect earthquake tremors. He was a geographer, astrologer, astronomer, and a mathematician. He used his gifts and knowledge to predict future events for the Emperor in the Han Dynasty. It then traveled to Europe in the 1400's through Dowsing. This was originally used to find metals in Germany, but in 1518, Martin Luther wrote it in as an act that broke the First Commandment. (But don't remind him that Moses used one to find water under a rock.)

Sebastian Münster's Cosmographia Index

Sebastian Münster's Cosmographia Image of Dowsing in a mine.

 It was used very extensively throughout the world, before it was inevitably ended, and with wonderful results. However it wasn't used for divination until the Roma traveled through Italy and brought it to a more "main stream" view. To avoid persecution, they would disguise the tool as a necklace.

The oldest recorded use of the pendulum was actually found on a cave dwelling in Algeria. The more I read about it, it seems they mixed it up with a Dowsing Rod, much like the Germans above. As far as divination goes, some will say it was Romans. They would predict the outcome of battles using one. This is also where we get the idea behind using letters as they would place one suspended in a glass jar. Every time the correct letter was said, it would tap the glass. That sounds extremely time consuming to me, but they relied on it enough to use it.

How to Read Using a Pendulum

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As said before, you can use this multiple situations. You can create your own mat using a simple design, or even go grandiose and use or make your own board in the same fashion of a Ouija Board. The traditional way is pictured below in the free downloads.

• Yes is straight, going up and down.
• No is straight going from the left to the right.
• Ask Again/No Answer is from the top left corner to the bottom right corner. You'll usually get this when you should reword your question or the answer isn't meant to be known to you.
• Maybe is from the bottom left to the upper right. I honestly hate maybe's because it's basically just saying "Make a decision and ask if was the right one".
• If it goes in a circle clockwise, its a possible yes. This usually means that as your path is today, you're going the right direction to make this happen
• Counter clockwise circle is a possible no, meaning as things are right now, it's not going to happen.

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In the image to the upper left, you see a more complex board allowing you to even spell out an answer, while the right is mainly intended for those new to using a pendulum and easy to answer questions. I like placing them under a stand. Instead of touching the pendulum while asking my question, I place the tips of my fingers barely on the stand itself to eliminate all possible forms of human error. The point is for the pendulum to utilize your energy and higher self to find the answer. Others will go all out by calling the corners, casting a circle, and meditating to clear their mind. All, including myself, will suggest you speak out loud and explain the situation if need be.

Before use, you should always consecrate your tools for their purpose. On your first reading, you'll need to set the directions up by instructing the pendulum what direction each answer is or to use the pendulum board to give you the answer. If you don't do this, it won't know how to answer you and it might have its own way of doing things, which can give a false reading.

In our next blog, we'll go over the different types of metals for chains and crystals as well other fun objects you probably never thought of to make your own pendulum.



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La Loteria Card Meanings

La Loteria Card Meanings

This is going to be a long post. In here, I will briefly explain what each means and then, like the Tarot, we will start a small segment on learning this form of divination as well.

1) El Gallo - The Rooster
Someone would deny or betray you. Look for an alarm or alert.

2) El Diablito - The Little Devil
Behave yourself. Mischief. Someone who's destructive or sexual. Temptation.

3) La Dama - The Lady
Someone is showing off. Handle the issue with grace. A woman. Mother. Wife.

4) El Catrin - The Dandy
Let go of what you're holding on to. Improve yourself. A man. Father. Husband.

5) El Paraguas - The Umbrella
Protection from the bad times. Guardian. Shielded. Safety.

6) La Sirena - The Mermaids
Being lead falsely. Be wary of what appears to be good. Keep a clear head. Temptation. Alluring.

7) La Escalera - The Ladder
One step at a time. Keep moving forward (or upward). Progress.

8) La Botella - The Bottle
Caution of addiction or someone drowning their sorrows. Illusion.

9) El Barril - The Barrel
Too much of anything is a bad thing. Don't overindulge

10) El Arbol - The Tree
Ask for help and you will receive it. Stability. Security.

11) El Melon - The Melon
Make a decision already; take it or leave it.

12) El Valiente - The Brave Man
Don't fear, you have what you need to be successful. Heroic. Courageous.

13) El Gorrito - The Bonnet
Take care of those around you. Someone needs looking after. A Child.

14)La Muetre
Can mean literal death. Dissatisfaction with self-image. Denial of something necessary. An end.

15) La Pera - The Pear
Don't wait or you'll lose. Short lived. Hesitation. Move quickly.

16) La Bandara - The Flag
Stand for what you believe in. Victory. Success.

17) El Bandolon - The Mandolin
Enjoy yourself. Harmony. Dance. Party. Social gathering. Let loose.

18) El Violoncello - The Cello
Don't be something you're not. Accept what or who you are. Finding happiness where you have it.

19) La Garza - The Haron
You may find love in an unlikely place or have to go out in search for it.

20) El Pajaro - The Bird
Nervousness. Follow through with your actions; don't pretend to take action only to back out. Speak up.

21) La Mano - The Hand
Dishonesty. Criminal. Or be careful of the people you are around and the choices you make. Theft.

22) La Bota - The Boot
Nothing has changed, or one decision is as good as the other. Set in their ways.

23) La Luna - The Moon
Love is in the air. Feminine. Inner voice. Emotions. Mystery. Secrets. Lovers.

24) El Cotorro - The Parrot
The truth. Don't repeat everything you hear. Listening only to respond. Be sociable. Communicate.

25) El Borracho - The Drunk
Partying too much. Being Controlled or influenced. Unpredictability. Actions speak louder than words.

26) El Negrito - The Black Man
Friendship. Looking on the brighter side. Someone who has a difficult life, but sees the good in it.

27) El Corazon - The Heart
Romantic feelings. Emotions. A Longing for someone. Wait for true love.

28) La Sandia - The Watermelon
Sweetness. Fulfillment. Plenty. Enjoy and be merry as there is plenty to go around.

29) El Tambor - The Drum
Warning. Things are not as they appear. Someone is wanting you or to use you.

30)  El Camaron - The Shrimp
Don't hesitate or you'll be lost. In control. The situation is larger than expected.

31) Las Jaras - The Arrows
Focus. Meeting goals. Desired outcomes. Plans. Practice makes perfect.

32) The Muscian
A creative person. Stubborn. Undesired outcomes. Deceit. Miscalculation.

33) La Arana - The Spider
Danger. Swift action is required. Someone means you harm. Risk.

34) El Soldado - The Solider
Following the rules. Order. Rigid situation. Do what you know. Stick to your path.

35 La Estrella - The Star
Hope. Guidance. Help. Finding your way through a difficult or unknown situation is easy.

36) El Cazo - The Saucepan
Mixing things up, pay attention. Feeling annoyed. Ignore the problem or you're being ignored. Missing something important.

37) El Mundo - The world
Burdens. Worries. Everything is inter-connected. Look to the foundation.

38) El Apache - The Apache
Surrounded by danger. Untrustworthy. Thugs. Gangs. Problems. A serious situation.

39) El Nopal - The Cactus
Something beautiful can sting you. You know what needs to be done to get what you need.

40) El Alcaran - The Scorpian
Danger near. Watch or you'll be stung. Caution. Back stabbed.

41) La Rosa - The Rose
Beauty. Love. Desire. Someone is being transparent. Emotionally open. Want is within arm's reach.

42) La Calavera - The Skull
Life is short. Things are in their place. Look and you'll find something new. Not unexpected, but still a shock.

43) La Campana -  The Bell
Announcement. Something hanging over your head. Come clean. Tell the truth.

44) El Canarito - The Pitcher
Having plenty. Seeking something. Persistent. Possibly obsessive. Not giving up.

45) El Venado - The Deer
Ignoring the situation at hand. Untruthfulness. Pretending. Acting as if nothing is wrong.

46) El Sol - The Sun
Masculine. Shining the light on something. The brighter side. Shelter. Housing. Helping the poor.

47) La Corona - The Crown
Leadership. Authority. Ruling over. Parent. Boss. Very important person.

48) La Chalupa - Little Boat
Journeys. Travel. Small steps. Something seems insignificant, but isn't. Tread slowly. Movement by ship or boat.

49) El Pino - The Pine
Celebration. Perseverance. Calm. Positive outcome. Good things coming. Purpose. Long standing.

50) El Pescado - The Fish
Being caught. Not in your element. Keep quite. Misunderstanding. Miscommunication.

51) La Palma - The Palm
Hard work. Pleasing someone. Rewards. Prizes. Work paying off.

52) La Maceta - The Flowerpot
Over protection. Frustration. Unchanging. Unyielding. Steadfast. Destiny. Outcomes meant to happen.

53) La Arpa - The Harp
Healing. Letting go of old ways. New discoveries. Modern. Loss of usefulness. A time for everything.

54) La Rana - The Frog
Quick movement. Versatile. Fears. Pay attention to the little things. Surprise.






© 2016, Copyright The Dame and The Devil Business Blog - Writer The Dame This list is my own interpretation. There isn't a published book on layouts, meanings, or really even a how to. Please use if you are only versed in another form of divination.

The Hanging Man - 12 -

The Hanged Man - 11 -

Suspension, Limbo, Alternative view, Letting go

Self-sacrifice, Tied up, Indecision

The man in this image is chained to a beam above the underworld. His arms arm tied by the vines, signifying an earthly connection. The sun behind his head is the heavens shining through the stained glass window beset in a stone wall. What people don't fully realize with this card is that this is his own doing. This can be a form of self-sacrifice or forsaking oneself or one's needs for the greater good. You may be asked to do this in your life or to let go of something, but you'll receive better. This pose is what the decided to be in, so you're likely needing a new perspective of some type. Just try thinking out of the box, or on your head. (ha!) Once looking at the situation or problem from another view point, you will be able to make a better decision or have a better understanding. In less literal terms, the hanged man can mean being caught up or delayed in a way, or should be. Take a time out and let things rest before rushing in. New and better options may present themselves, or just a better way of handling the situation. It could also be that you're stuck in life, but instead of fidgeting and getting yourself into even more of a knot, take a deep breath and relax. Wait it out. Open up to new experiences. Surrender. Accept the circumstances and allow them to happen, for now. 

Reversed

The sacrifice you have given is returning nothing. Everything has been put on hold because of issues effecting you both internally and externally. It feels as if you're unable to move in any direction, but this lack of movement is due to a major change about to bulldoze through your life. This can also mean that you're arrogantly putting off a decision hoping it will work itself out, but it won't. Your own lack of movement can be a problem. The issue is still there, probably getting worse, and it still needs you to do something about it if you like the outcome or not. You could've lost your own way, religiously or emotionally, and can't seem to find your way to the greener side. You must accept the inevitable, change what you can, and try your best to find happiness. 

Planet

Neptune

Element

Water

Herbs

Grape, ivy, marigold

Crystals

Aquamarine, Tiger's Eye

Special Card Combinations to Look for

Fool - Unconventional 

Hermit - Slow movement

The Devil - Overcoming addiction by going cold turkey

The Tower - No need for battle

The Emperor/Empress - Domineering person is best handled by turning the other cheek

The High Priestess - submit one's self to the universe

Two of Swords - Stalemate

Page of Swords - Dely

Journey Through the Tarot

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Preparing and Reading a Cup for Tasseography

 

So this post is really going to be rather quick and simple. There's not much of a right or wrong way and I do have videos on my Facebook where I already went over most of this information, however the videos are not all that great of a quality, so I'll rerecord and then upload them later.

Now, you brew your tea by adding roughly 1/2 a teaspoon for every 8 ounces of hot water in a cup loosely. It's best to use specifically loose leaf tea and not the ground up type in bags, but I've done both and have not had an issue with it. The type of tea is also largely a personal choice. Every Sunday (except today) on my Instagram I review a new type of tea from this wonderful subscription box, Simple Loose Leaf. It costs me about $11 a month and I get four types of teas with enough for five cups each bag. Each box is different and wonderful and each tea is unique which is why I use them. I want to show people that you can use nearly any type of tea to do this and there isn't really a right or a wrong way. You can also add sweetener to your tea, but it's not suggested to use creamer. I haven't added creamer to test the waters, but I do plan on doing it at some point.

What is important is the PROCESS.

Now, tasseography will always deal with things that are happening with a past, present, future theme, so keep that in mind when doing your reading. The only time this process changes is when you're using a specialty cup. We'll discuss all of these types of cups in a later post. For the purpose of this post, we'll be referencing just a plain porcelain tea cup with a saucer.

The process is also very simple, but it must be done right. As you drink your tea, you can focus on a particular issue or just enjoy it, but when you're done, leave just a slight bit of tea in the up with all the leaves. Turn the cup over with the handle facing your dominant hand. Now, a lot of references will tell you the right, but I feel dominant is best because that's usually the hand you send energy out through. I think it's a) because most people are right handed and b) back when this popular and thriving as a main stream practice, people thought left handers were evil and all that other crazy nonsense. Anyway, tap the bottom on the cup, now facing upwards three times. Turn the cup full circle three times using your NON-dominant hand while it's still upside down. You can turn it the left for a past reading, the right for a future reading, or a combination of both for something you're focusing on in the present  or a generalized reading. Then tap three times on the bottom and turn the cup right-side up. Make sure the handle is still facing your dominant hand.

Now, for this part you'll understand why the handle placement isn't really all that important. At this time move the handle so that it is directly in front of you. The handle is now your dividing line.

If you are asking a Yes or No question:
The left is no and the right is yes. Read which side has the most tea leaves on it.

If you are reading Past, Present, Future for a "When..." question:
The rim of the cup is present. The body of the cup is future, and the bottom of the cup is distant future.
You can read this one of two ways-
1) Go by where the greatest amount of tea leaves sit.
2) If it was a general "What does my future hold" read the images.

If you're asking about a timing:
Read to the left, or clockwise, starting at the handle going by months. Split the cup visually into 12 pie slices and eye it as best as you can. You can also use this in other ways.
1) A month: split it into 4 weeks
2) Seasons : split it into 4 seasons starting with spring
3) 6 months
4) Etc.
Which ever you feel or want to look into. If the majority of the leaves are stuck at the bottom and you can't see any images, it's likely to not happen in that time frame.

Another common way to read is about something effecting you or your life, or a Cause and Effect
The way you read this the left is the past circumstances or influences
The right is how it will turn out because of the past.

Check out the image dictionary we have constructed.
Read the entire Tasseograpghy course.



© 2016, Copyright The Dame and The Devil Business Blog - Writer The Dame

Justice - 11 -

Justice - 11 -

Balance, Law, Equality, Legal Matters, Truth

Dishonesty, Unfairness, Criminal, Lack of accountability

While in traditional tarot, justice is usually blindfolded to show impartiality, in this deck they use the scales with diamonds and a feather. Both hold the same weight and therefore are equal in her eyes. The cards falling from her hand are the reversed hanging man (indecision/water), queen of wands (determination/fire), eight of swords (restriction/air), and the ace of pentacles (new business/earth). Each is a facet of justice and also an element. There are both good and bad and we must deal with them throughout life. Without both, this simply isn't a fair world. In literal terms, the Justice card can mean a court ruling in your favor. This card calls for the utmost fairness, even if it's not in your favor. Take a step back and look at the situation from an intellectual perspective where you can make the best decision. You are the judge, but can you make this right? Be truthful and honest with yourself and others. Playing fair will give everyone a positive outcome. 

Reversed

Either someone in your circle or you, yourself, are being dishonest. There is a sense of superficial belief or it's always your way or no way, removing the availability for justice to preside. This can also be a literal interpretation of an unjust ruling, jail time, or a ticket. It could be a clouded mind not passing fair judgement. It could even be that life and the universe are seemingly dishing out unfair trouble. If the path is becoming too difficult, take a break, but be sure that you're headed in the direction you're going for a reason. You could also be a very black and white kind of person. This card is meant to tell you that sometimes in life there is a little grey or a splash of color, and doesn't mean it's a bad thing. Let loose and try not to be so rigid. Try to get back in touch with that human part of yourself.

Planet

Venus

Element

Air

Herbs

Garlic, honeysuckle

Crystals

Cat's eye, Jet

Special Card Combinations to Look for

Magician - being mislead

The High Priestess - someone close to you has all the answers.

The Emperor - Rational and practical male figure

The Hermit - Time for deep thought and contemplation

Temperance - Balanced emotions

Five of Wands - Imbalance

Two of Swords - Indecision, two minds

Five of Swords - Dishonest

King/Queen of Swords - Lawyers or police

Ace of Pentacles - Contacts with business have a blessing

Two of Pentacles - Maintaining balance

Journey Through the Tarot

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Introduction into Tasseography

Tasseography

The study of reading a cup using tea leaves, coffee grounds, and even wine sediments. From the French word for cup; tasse. Also known as tasseomancy and tassology. Some believe that it works due to how a drinker influences a cup of tea while drinking it since, even subconsciously, we are thinking about something at all times. Others look at it as a form of clairvoyance called psychometry where you use inanimate objects to gain insight. 

A History of Tea

Teas were introduced to the Western world in the 17th century from China to India, and then to Europe through the Dutch trading companies. It's supposed that tea reading began in China soon after tea's discovery by Emperor Shen Nun in 2800 BC. It was developed by monks who started with reading the cracks in bells to foretell the future. The origin story talks about a group of friends who sat down to enjoy a cup of tea while chatting. When done with their tea, one person noticed how the leaves formed pictures relating to their conversations. The way this happened is how many speculate the term "throwing cups" came about. Tea was almost always drank loosely, so you would have to throw out the remaining leaves before getting another cup. Unless you rinse it, there's almost always some residing afterwards, which should form pictographs that can be interpreted. 

Unfortunately, soon after tea met Europe, the Tea Act was singed in England making the drink only accessible to the upper class since importing it was so expensive. This then turned the act of tasseography into a parlor trick. In the early 1800's, a Scottish botanist, Robert Fortune (haha!, the irony) was able to replicate the growing processes so that tea was more readily available to any and everyone. This attracted the traveling Romani into the parlors who would share their gifts of Fortune telling. The art and parlors even spilled into America arrive the first would war since it was cheap and fun.

We'll discuss how to use tea leaves in the next post, then move on to coffee and wine. You can join us on Instagram every Sunday to see our tea reviews and weekly cups.
Check ito our image dictionary here.

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Image Meaning Dictionary

Here is a list of symbols that I personally use. These can be used for wax readings, flame gazing, smoke reading, and tasseography. 

Acorn : at the top means success and gain, but at the bottom means good health. 

Aircraft : journey; if broken means danger of accident or unsuccessful projects; can also mean a rise in position 

Anchor: good luck in business and a stable love life, rest, stability, constancy; at bottom it means clouded or inconstant.

Angel: good news, especially in love-related matters; someone is watching out for your best interests 

Ant : you are in industrious person, but there is more work ahead 

Apples: long life; success in school or business; knowledge; achievement

Arrows: bad messages or news from the direction in which the arrow points

Axe: difficulties; if at top overcoming of difficulties; someone near you may be planning to stab you in the back with lies, deceit 

Baby: something new, pregnancy, small worries

Bag: a trap; if open, escape

Ball: completion, variable fortunes

Balloon : Your troubles will be over soon.

Bear: trouble ahead

Bell: harmonics, creation, spiritual, unexpected news; good if near the top, good news, wedding to be set

Birds: good luck, possibly a good journey; will be pleasant and productive; ascension, 

Boat: a visit from a friend; life path (note size of boat); protection hi

Bouquet: very good luck, including good friends, success, and a happy love life

Bridge: a good journey

Book: you will find your answer by something written, if open it’s good news; if closed you need to investigate something

Bush: new friends, opportunities, something growing in life

Butterfly: success and pleasure; transition, transformation, fickleness 

Cabbage: jealousy; with dots, at work 

Candle: enlightenment, sacred light, creation flame, help from others 

Cap: trouble, take care

Cat: deceit, a false friend, keep eye on treacherous friend/relative

Car: approaching wealth

Castle: an unexpected fortune (monetary or otherwise)

Chain: DNA, engagement, a wedding, chain link, karm

Chair: a guest

Chicken: No take off, not meeting potential or not having the necessary tools to move forward.

Cigar: new friends

Circles: expect money or presents; success, completion; with a dot inside means a baby 

Clouds: trouble; with dots, many problems; if flecks scattered, troubles soon over, if solidly grouped, financial woes will soon materialize 

Clock: alchemy of time and consciousness, better health 

Clover: very good luck; happiness and prosperity

Coffin: lengthy sickness or the death of a loved one

Coin: change in financial status, money coming

Comb: an enemy

Compasses: business travel

Cow: prosperity

Cross: trouble, delay or death, protection, sacrifice

Crown: success and honor

Cup: reward, blood lines 

Dagger: warning, danger from self or others, power, beware of recklessness 

Dish: trouble at home

Dog: good friend, Sirius, celestial connotation, Egyptian god, Anubis; if at bottom, friend needs help

Dolphin: To see one means emotional trust. Jumping out of water means happy and fun times ahead.

Door: opening (to something new) or closing (old issues and relations), spiritual (portal), odd event

Dragon: large and sudden changes

Duck: money coming; everything is happening according to plan

Eagle: honor and riches achieved through a change in housing

Egg: good omen, creation, new beginnings, sacred geometry 

Elephant: luck and good health; wisdom, strength, trunk up indicates overcoming obstacles or a good omen

Envelope: message coming, positive or negative

Eye: creation; open (awakening); closed (something not seen)

Face: a change, may be a setback, many faces can mean various things so pay attention to their position.

Fan: flirtation

Feather: ascension, lack of concentration

Fence: limitations, minor setbacks, not permanent

Finger: which finger, pointing in a specific direction or it emphasizes whatever sign it points at

Fire: sacred flame if at top achievement; at bottom danger of hasty movements or decisions

Fish: good news from another country; good fortune

Flag: danger

Flowers: love or important honor may come to you

Fly: domestic annoyance, minor annoyance may become major problem if not addressed immediately

Fork: speak with false tongue, false flattery

Forked Line: decision

Fox: backstabbing from a close friend

Frog: be ready for dramatic change in life

Fruit: fruitful, prosperity (depends on the fruit too), planting something new.

Gate: opportunity, future success, ancient civilization, portal, doorway

Glass: integrity

Glow: enlightenment

Goat: enemies

Grapes: happiness

Greyhound: hard work paying off with good fortune

Gun: disharmony, slander, anger, sex, quarrels 

Hammer: challenges overcome; hard work needed, getting a point across 

Hand: creation, if open means friendship; if closed means an argument

Harp: creation harmonics, love, harmony

Hat: success in life; head, consciousness, improvement 

Hawk: jealousy

Heart: good things to come, such as money (if surrounded by dots) or marriage (if with a ring); chakra, pleasure, love, trust, compassion, someone is there in whom you may confide 

Horn: abundance

Horse: if galloping means good news; if just the head means a lover or nebula

Horseshoe: success in choosing a partner; a lucky trip; good luck, attraction, Earth’s magnetics, Omega or Leo, closure, go ahead with your plans 

Hourglass: imminent danger; time running out, need to decide something, synchronicity, illusion, creation, take more time for decision 

House: security, change, business success

Iceberg: danger, planetary meltdown, ice age, consciousness frozen in time

Insect: depends which one, problems are minor and easy to overcome

Jewels: Pearls, Diamonds, gifts

Kangaroo: harmony at home 

Kettle: death; (if its on the right side) not a serious illness

Kite: a long trip leading to honor; wishes coming true, flying free 

Knife: disaster met through fighting and hatred; broken friendship, hidden enemy, avoid misunderstandings with those close to you, Mind your health, beware of potential lawsuit 

Ladder: promotion, a rise or fall in life, DNA 

Lamp: turned on means enlightenment, at the top means a feast; at the side means secrets revealed; at the bottom means postponement

Leaf: new life

Letter (square of rectangular leaves): news; initials nearby signify the bearer of the news; dots with the letter means money, but if the image of the dots is cloudy, it means loss of money

Lines: journey, and the direction of the journey (when reading with nearby symbols); wavy lines mean difficult journeys; straight lines can also mean peace, happiness and a long life

Lion: Leo, Omega, Closure, influential friends, strength, Zoroaster 

Lock: obstacles (if closed); new information unfolding (if open), lock and key are phallic symbols of creation

Loop: loops of time and creation, avoid impulsive actions, slinky effect

Man: near handle, a visitor: clear and distinct, a dark person; vague, a light colored person

Mask: something hidden, excitement, insecurity 

Moon: happiness and success; a crescent moon means prosperity; if full, romance is ahead, a half-moon is time to leave old projects and move on to new ones, a quarter moon warns against making hasty decisions 

Mountain: a powerful friend; (if many mountains) powerful enemies; obstacles or a specific area, great goals, or difficulties 

Mouse: theft

Mushroom: a sudden separation of lovers following a fight; at top means journey or moving to the country; near bottom means rapid growth; if reversed means frustration 

Nail: injustice, unfairness

Necklace: complete, admirers; if broken means danger of losing a lover

Needle: recognition, admiration

Oak: health, long life, tree of life

Octopus: danger, 8, infinity

Ostrich: travel, not seeking a truth

Owl: sickness, poverty, warning against starting a new business, deceit in love and other unlucky events, gossip, scandal

Palm Tree: success, honor, place were they grow

Parasol: open (you will glean insightful information), closed (something hidden), raining (water symbol of creation); new lover

Parrot: repeating something, a twin, a journey, people talking and saying nothing

Pear: wealth, social status, possibly a financially beneficial business move or marriage

People: symbol varies with what they are doing, but the symbol of people is usually good

Pig: a faithful lover but jealous friends; greed or prosperity depending on placement

Pine tree: contentment

Pistol: danger 

Purse: at top means profit; at bottom means loss

Question Mark: need for caution

Rabbit: success in a city; need for bravery, time and illusion 

Rake: watch details, planting seeks, reap what you sow 

Rat: losses through enemies or employees

Raven: bad news, death that leads to new beginnings 

Reptiles: arguments

Ring: marriage; if a letter is nearby, it is the initial of the future spouse; if the ring is at the bottom, it means the marriage will not take place; if the ring is surrounded by clouds, it signifies an unhappy marriage

Rose: Rose bloodline, creation, flower of life, love, may be accompanied by a fragrance in the room, popularity 

Saw: trouble from strangers; interference, tear apart, something viewed 

Scales (old-fashioned, weight-measuring ones): a lawsuit; legal issues; if balanced means just result; if unbalanced means unjust result 

Scissors: arguments; a break-up; illness; possibly separation 

Shark: danger of death

Sheep: prosperity and success; good fortune

Ship: a successful or worthwhile journey

Shoe: sole/soul, condition of shoe is important, transformation 

Snakes: a bad omen; take caution!; wisdom; (if the snake is attacking an enemy or a person) a small misfortune may only slightly impede your plans for success, you shall overcome the effects 

Spider: weaving together, reward at work

Spoon: generosity

Squares: comfort and peace

Star: good luck; if surrounded by dots, wealth, and honor; health and happiness, hope, heavens, Isis and other goddesses, female energies 

Sun: happiness, success, power 

Swan: good luck and a happy love life

Sword: arguments, especially between lovers; a broken sword means an enemy will win

Table: social gatherings, outside the box

Tent: travel, cover, hidden truth

Thimble: changes at home

Tortoise: criticism, usually beneficial, slow-moving, Turtle Island (Earth)

Tower: disappointments

Trees: good luck; prosperity and happiness; if surrounded by dots, fortune will be found in the country; improvements of life, creation, book of life, your life path 

Triangles: good luck or an unexpected inheritance; something unexpected 

Umbrella: difficulty; annoyance

Unicorn: scandal

Urn: Death; funeral

Vase: a friend needs help

Violin: egotism

Volcano: harmful emotions

Wagon: a wedding, wagon wheels (wheels within wheels)

Wasp: romantic problems

Waterfall: prosperity

Wheel: inheritance; if complete means good fortune; if broken means disappointment 

Wings: messages

Woman: your great desire is for love and happy family life

Wolf: jealousy

Worms: secret enemies

Yoke: domination

Zebra: adventure, especially overseas, black and white

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